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‘Every Nigerian is a Biafran’ | Ohanaeze replies Northern youth

The Ohanaeze Ndigbo has berated Arewa youth leaders for insisting on the ultimatum given to Igbos in the North to leave. The youth leaders in a statement on Thursday had insisted on the ultimatum, while stating that they have no plans to be violent. While reacting to the renewed threat, the Deputy Publicity Secretary of... Read More

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Lagos pastor ‘kills 7-year-old, buries head in church’s altar’

The Police on Thursday arrested a pastor in the Ikorodu area of the state for allegedly beheading a 7-year-old boy and burying his head at the church altar. The state police public relations officer, Olarinde Famous-Cole confirmed the arrest. He said the pastor, Adedoyin Oyekan was arrested with an accomplice. Famous-Cole said the policemen arrested one... Read More

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Denial of grazing rights to herdsmen unconstitutional – Yakasai

Elder statesman and political adviser in the Second Republic, Tanko Yakasai has said the “denial of grazing rights to Fulani herdsmen” is unconstitutional. Yakassai also said the ultimatum given to Igbos in the North to leave was against the right of freedom of movement. He sais this while speaking to Daily Trust on Thursday on... Read More

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Take ownership of LAUTECH from Oyo, Osun | Protesting students urge FG

Students of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso have demanded the transfer of ownership of the school from the Osun and Oyo state governments to the Federal Government. The students said this on Thursday when they stormed the National Assembly to protest the closure of their school for over 10 months. They urged the lawmakers... Read More

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Reps summon service chiefs, IGP over kidnappings

The House of Representatives on Thursday summoned the Inspector-General of Police and Service Chiefs over rising kidnapping incidents in the country. The service chiefs summoned included the Chief of Defence Staff, Maj. Gen. Abayomi Olonisakin; Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai; Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar; and the Chief of... Read More

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$1.2bn needed to repair NNPC refineries – Kachikwu

Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Ibe Kachikwu has said the Federal Government needs about $1.2 billion to repair three refineries of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC). While speaking at a news conference in Abuja on Thursday, Kachikwu dismissed reports that the Port Harcourt refinery will be conceded to Oando and Agip companies. He... Read More

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Anti-Igbo threat: “We are still looking for them” | Police yet to arrest Northern youth leaders

The Police is yet to arrest Northern youths who issued an ultimatum to Igbos to leave the region within three months, despite an order by Kaduna governor, Nasir El-Rufai. The youths who formed a coalition on Tuesday asked Igbos to leave the North before October 1. They had described them as “uncultured and ungrateful.” [Read... Read More

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Biafra agitators should form a party to push their cause – APC

The All Progressive Congress (APC) has said those agitating for an independent nation should form a political party to push their cause. The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and the Movement for the Actualisation of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB) have continued to agitate for the secession of the South-East. In a statement on Thursday... Read More

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Donald Trump is not tweeting about Comey’s testimony but his son is

President Donald Trump is not tweeting as fired FBI Director, James Comey is testifying before the Senate Intelligence Committee. But his oldest son, Donald Trump Jr. has continued to bash the ex-director. [Read Also: “I HAVE NO DOUBT RUSSIA MEDDLED IN ELECTION” – COMEY] Comey had told the committee that during a meeting with the... Read More

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Osinbajo visits Maiduguri hours after Boko Haram attack

Acting President Yemi Osinbajo has visited Maiduguri, Borno State capital hours after Boko Haram members attacked some towns in the city. Osinbajo’s visit is aimed at launching the special intervention relief plan for internally displaced persons (IDPs). The insurgents had killed some persons and burned houses, forcing residents to flee their homes. The acting president... Read More

Attack, boko haram, IDPs, maiduguri, Yemi Osinbajo

“I am sorry I got caught up in this mess” | Dammy Krane speaks after bail (WATCH)

Singer Dammy Krane has spoken about his arrest for the first time, a day after he was granted bail. Krane had been arrested after attempting to book a private jet from TapJets with a stolen credit card. But in a video posted on YouTube, the singer denied any involvement in the crime. According to him,... Read More

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Senate summons Fashola over abandoned road project

The Senate on Wednesday asked its committee on works to invite the Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola over the abandoned Bodo/Bonny Road linking to the Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG), Rivers State. The summon followed a motion by George Thompson Sekibo (PDP Rivers East). The minister will be required to explain why the Federal Government... Read More

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Britain holds snap general elections

The United Kingdom has opened polls less than two months after Prime Minister Theresa May called a general election. According to CNN, more than 46 million people are eligible to vote. Polls close at 10 p.m. UK time (5 p.m. ET), with results expected to begin rolling in within an hour or so after voting... Read More

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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today

These are the top five stories you should monitor today. ‘EFCC traces Abuja properties, 3 accounts to Patience Jonathan’ The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has traced another multi-billion naira property to former First Lady, Patience Jonathan. 2. We have come to rescue Nigeria from the failing APC – APDA The Advanced Peoples Democratic Alliance... Read More

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Boko Haram insurgents attack, burn houses in Maiduguri

Boko Haram insurgents on Wednesday attacked some parts of Maiduguri, Borno State capital. According to Daily Trust, the insurgents attacked through Damboa Road, sacked Aridawari, Jiddari, Polo wards, NNPC quarters/depot, Damboa Road and Molai, firing, at a point, an improvised rocket launcher. Residents of surrounding villages reportedly fled the areas. “People are running. They are... Read More

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The YNaija Tracklist: ‘EFCC traces Abuja properties, 3 accounts to Patience Jonathan’ | Judiciary undermining war against corruption – Sagay | More stories

From the papers this morning – a tracklist. ‘EFCC traces Abuja properties, 3 accounts to Patience Jonathan’ – YNaija We have come to rescue Nigeria from the failing APC – APDA – YNaija Judiciary undermining war against corruption – Sagay – YNaija Kaduna Declaration: ‘S’East governors hold emergency meeting’ – YNaija Boko Haram reportedly attacks... Read More

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Judiciary undermining war against corruption – Sagay

Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption (PACAC), Prof. Itse Sagay on Wednesday said the judiciary was undermining the war against corruption. Sagay said the judiciary was hostile towards anti-graft efforts. He spoke at a conference on “Promoting International Cooperation in Combating Illicit Financial Flows and Enhancing Asset Recovery to Foster Sustainable Development” organised... Read More

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‘EFCC traces Abuja properties, 3 accounts to Patience Jonathan’

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has traced another multi-billion naira property to former First Lady, Patience Jonathan, The Nation reports. According to the newspaper, operatives of the EFCC have started probing the relationship between Mrs. Jonathan and two companies. Three properties and accounts have reportedly been put under surveillance by the anti-graft commission... Read More

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Mercy Aigbe husband’s trial stalled due to actress’ absence

The absence of Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe on Wednesday stalled the trial of her estranged husband, Lanre Gentry before an Ogba Magistrates’ Court. Gentry is being charged for alleged domestic violence against his wife. The Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs had charged him to court after the actress reported the matter. The case had... Read More

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Kaduna Declaration: We have deployed our men to arrest those involved – Police

The Police on Wednesday said it has deployed operatives to arrest Northern youths over the ultimatum given to Igbos living in the North. A coalition of Northern youths had asked Igbos in the North to leave before October 1st, stating that they were a threat to the unity of Nigeria. Leaders of the group had... Read More

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We have come to rescue Nigeria from the failing APC – APDA

The Advanced Peoples Democratic Alliance (APDA) has said it is the “true party of the Nigerian people”. The party which was unveiled on Monday was duly registered by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday. In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Asandia Hogan, the party said it has come to save Nigerians... Read More

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DSS, IGP plotting to extradite me, Kashamu tells court

Senator representing Ogun, Buruji Kashamu has alleged that the Inspector-General of Police and the Director-General of DSS plan to extradite him to the United States for alleged drug offences. Kashamu on Wednesday filed an application praying the Federal High court Abuja to stop both agencies from inviting or arresting him. He said the invitation to... Read More

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Residents flee as Boko Haram insurgents attack Maiduguri (WATCH)

Boko Haram insurgents on Wednesday attacked Maiduguri, capital of Borno State. It was learnt that they engaged security officials in a gun battle that lasted for hours. It was gathered that many residents fled their houses, despite assurances from security operatives. Watch video of residents fleeing their communities:

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Kaduna Declaration: ‘S’East governors hold emergency meeting’

South-East governors on Wednesday held a meeting over ultimatum extended to Igbos in the North by coalition of some Northern youths, Vanguard reports. President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Nnia Nwodo made the disclosure in Enugu Wednesday night. He disclosed this at the night of tributes in honour of the late Ohanaeze chieftain, ‎Prof. Ben... Read More

Arewa, igbos, Kaduna Declaration, Meeting, south east, threat

Stop blackmailing senate over Magu’s rejection | Saraki tells Nigerians

Senate President Bukola Saraki has said Nigerians must stop blackmailing the Senate for rejecting the nomination of Ibrahim Magu as chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). In a recent chat with Leadership newspaper, Saraki said the report by the Department of State Services (DSS) nailed Magu and not the senate. The Senate... Read More

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Senate confirms 82-year-old, two others as ambassadors

The Senate has confirmed 82-year-old Sylvanus Nsofor nominated as a non-career ambassador by President Muhammadu Buhari. The upper chamber had earlier rejected Nsofor twice due to a report by the Department of State Services (DSS). It also confirmed Joseph Igi and Yusuf Hinna as ambassadors.

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‘Start returning home now’ | MASSOB urges Igbos in the North

The Movement for the Actualisation of Sovereign States of Biafra (MASSOB) has urged Igbos in the North to return to the South-East. MASSOB leader, Uchenna Madu said this while reacting to ultimatum issued by the Coalition of Northern Youths, that Igbos should vacate the Northern region in three months. MASSOB said the eviction order was issued... Read More

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FG pays N375.8 million to 20 whistleblowers

The Federal Government on Wednesday said it has paid about N375.8 million to 20 whistleblowers who provided information that led to the recovery over N11.6 billion. In a statement on Wednesday, the Ministry of Finance said the payments were the first under the Whistleblower Policy. “This payment is the first under the Whistleblower Policy,” the Minister for Finance,... Read More

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Just In: Recalled Justice, Ademola resumes sitting

Following his recall by the National Judicial Council, Justice Adeniyi Ademola of the Federal High Court in Abuja has resumed sitting. Ademola was one of the six judges suspended by the NJC after a raid conducted by the State Security Service on his house and other judges’ last year. The NJC had on Saturday asked Justice Ademola... Read More

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Dammy Krane released on bail from US jail

Embattled singer, Dammy Krane has been released from jail in the US after meeting his bail conditions. The singer was arrested in Miami for credit card, grand theft and identity fraud. Krane who appeared before the court pleaded not guilty to the charges and demanded a trial by jury. [Read Also: ARREST AFFIDAVIT REVEALS HOW DAMMY... Read More

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